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Jane F. McAlevey, a renowned labor organizer and scholar, passed away at 59, leaving behind a legacy of empowering workers globally.
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She dedicated her life to promoting worker-driven unions and was a vocal critic of complacent labor leaders.
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McAlevey’s work inspired thousands of workers worldwide, and her teachings continue to shape the labor movement.
Jane F. McAlevey, a fierce labor organizer and scholar, died on Sunday at her cabin in Muir Beach, California. She was 59. McAlevey dedicated her life to increasing working-class power and believed in the importance of worker-driven unions. She was a vocal critic of complacent labor leaders and advocated for a more active and engaged approach to unionism.
Throughout her career, McAlevey worked with various labor groups, including the A.F.L.-C.I.O. and the Service Employees International Union. She also consulted with labor organizations globally, sharing her expertise and inspiring workers to take charge of their unions. McAlevey’s teachings emphasized the importance of community power and worker participation in negotiations.
McAlevey’s legacy continues to shape the labor movement, inspiring a new generation of workers to fight for their rights. Her work serves as a reminder of the importance of collective action and the power of workers uniting to achieve social justice. Despite her passing, McAlevey’s teachings will continue to empower workers worldwide.
